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Vermont Capital Gains Tax Calculator

Vermont taxes capital gains as ordinary income. Combined top rate: 32.6%.

Step 1: Your income before the capital gain

Your existing taxable income determines which federal capital gains bracket applies (0%, 15%, or 20%).

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Standard deduction (single): $16,100

Or use the Vermont Income Tax Calculator for a detailed breakdown.

⚠️ This calculator provides estimates for educational purposes only. It is not financial, tax, or legal advice. Your actual results may vary.

Vermont Capital Gains Rules

  • 40% exclusion for qualifying VT farm/business assets

    VT allows 40% exclusion on gains from qualifying VT farm assets or small business stock held 3+ years

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Vermont distinguish between short-term and long-term gains?
No. At the state level, Vermont taxes both short-term and long-term capital gains as ordinary income. The federal preferential rates (0%/15%/20%) still apply to long-term gains for the federal portion.
How does Vermont tax capital gains?
Vermont taxes capital gains as ordinary income using progressive brackets. The top marginal rate is 8.8%, but your effective rate depends on your total taxable income.
What is the combined capital gains tax rate in Vermont?
The maximum combined rate is 32.6% (federal 20% + NIIT 3.8% + state 8.8%). Most filers pay less because of progressive brackets and the federal 0%/15% rates.

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